"Iran's Election Turnout and Boycott Calls Amid Economic Concerns"

Iran's parliamentary election saw a low turnout of just 27%, prompting officials to extend polling hours in an effort to boost participation. Many reformist candidates were disqualified, leading to concerns about the legitimacy of the election. The hardliners are expected to tighten their grip on the parliament, and there are doubts about the accuracy of the turnout results. Additionally, the regime's announcement of the sentencing of a Grammy winner to prison on election day has further alienated many voters.